Worked examples of alternative methods for the synthesis of qualitative and quantitative research in systematic reviews

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>The inclusion of qualitative studies in systematic reviews poses methodological challenges. This paper presents worked examples of two methods of data synthesis (textual narrative and thematic), used in relation to one review, with t...

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Main Authors: Law Catherine, Arai Lisa, Baird Janis, Lucas Patricia J, Roberts Helen M
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2007-01-01
Series:BMC Medical Research Methodology
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2288/7/4